WEEK EIGHT: TECHNOLOGY RECAP

I have spent a lot of time discussing technology which could be used in previous posts, however, for the purpose of this assignment, I will be assuming that a system will be used which connects directly to the head of the user.

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In terms of users who are able to move independently, the system will be in the form of a cap (such as the emotiv headset shown above), or headset which is removable, while those who are immobile will use a system directly implanted to the head, with removable wires, etc for bathing etc.  The reason for this is that directly implanted systems are more accurate, however require the user to be quite still.

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The above image is a highly stylised version of what could be used for immobile patients.

As this assignment is not an industrial design exercise, I feel that it is not necessary to go into much further detail on the specifics of this technology at this time, however it may be necessary in the future.